Eisenhower Eagle Express

"Engage ALL students in experiences that inspire EACH to grow as learners, individuals, and community members."

May 17th, 2024

First Grade Tour of Betsy Ross

&

8th Grade Parade

Wednesday, May 22nd

Dear Eisenhower Families,

On Wednesday, May 22nd, our first grade students will be going with their class to take a tour of Betsy Ross School. After the tour is completed, our first grade students will be joining the 8th grade sendoff parade. We are looking forward to this exciting opportunity for our first graders. Our first grade Eisenhower students will take a short bus ride over to Ross for the event. If you would prefer that your child not ride the bus and remain at Eisenhower, please contact me at llambatos@d23.org or at (847)870-5040.

That same day, we look forward to seeing all of our early childhood families at our end of the year picnic.

Also, starting at 3:30 pm, everyone is invited to the 3:30 pm Kona Ice Social located on blacktop behind Anne Sullivan School.

Have a Wonderful Weekend,

Your Eisenhower Family

PTO Reminder:

Parents! It is not too late to become members of the PTO and gain access to the District-wide directory! Simply visit the PTO website to create an account and sign-up (LINK) to get started! It takes a village to raise healthy and engaged children, and the PTO continues to be such a great partner and asset for us here in D23! Together, we are #PROUD2BD23! Any questions? Contact membershipd23@gmail.com!

School Database Information

In order to keep the most up-to-date communication information in our school database, we ask that families please let us know if your address, phone number, email or emergency contacts change.

Luke Lambatos, Ed.D., Ed.S.

Principal

Please remember, if you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to contact me at

(847) 870-5040 or llambatos@d23.org

Useful Links

Please click the link below to view our school and district calendar(s).

School Calendar Link

Please click the link below to view our school supply lists.

School Supply Lists Link

Please click the link below to view our school bus routes.

Bus Route(s) Link

Please click the link below to view lunch information.

Food Service/Lunch Information

Please click the link below to visit our D23 PTO website.

D23 PTO Link

Please like us on our Facebook page @PHSD23.

Also, if you haven't done so already, please sign up and follow us on Twitter @D23Eisenhower.

The link below will show you how to create your own Twitter account.

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Hello, Eisenhower Parents,

As the end of the school year is approaching, we need your child to complete a few tasks before we collect their district-issued iPads for the summer. Next school year, your child will be getting the same district-issued iPad back, however, we may need to complete some maintenance on it over the summer.

Please read through this message carefully and help your child complete the ‘At Home’ tasks before iPad Collection on Thursday, May 23rd.

At School:

• Wipe down the outside of the protective case
• Back-up all notes, projects, and photos/videos to Google Drive

At Home:

• Back-up files from any apps not completed at school that you want to save.
• Review with your child the overall condition of the iPad, case, and charger. 

Note: We will not be collecting charging cords and bricks for Kindergarten or 1st graders, only the iPad with the district-issued case. Although we will not be collecting chargers, please check that your child has a working iPad charger. If not, you will need to replace it. Replacement charger bricks and cords may be purchased anywhere chargers are sold. The box must say “Made for iPad.” 

If you are NOT returning next school year, please turn in your charger on your collection day.

If during collection the tech department deems an iPad or accessory damaged, students will be given a paper notification. Please be sure to check your child’s folder on May 23rd. Payments should be made by Tuesday, May 28th.

• Online via Web Store
• Cash or check (payable to Prospect Heights School District 23) may be dropped off at the Eisenhower front office. Payments made after Tuesday, May 28th may be dropped off at the Administration Building. Please include the student’s first and last name on the payment.

Thank you for your support!

District 23 Technology Department

Important Dates

Thursday, May 9th - Board of Education Mtg. 7:00 PM

Friday, May 10th - School Improvement Day -

Students NOT in attendance

Friday, May 17th - Young Athletes Field Day

Wednesday, May 22nd -

Principal Coffee 9:30 AM

Last Day of Early Childhood Classes

Early Childhood Picnic 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

First Grade Tour of Betsy Ross & 8th Grade Parade

Kona Ice Social 3:30 PM

Wednesday, May 22nd - Kona Ice Social at Betsy Ross Playground

Monday, May 27th - Memorial Day - No School

Tuesday, May 28th - Last Day of School Kdg. - 8th Grade

Thursday, May 30th - Day at the Dogs 7:00 PM

Early Childhood

News

Our early childhood students have been studying sand. They have learned about the many features of sand, including where it is found, uses, and the different characteristics of sand. The students have been writing in their journals, sharing what they would bring to the beach and what they would create with sand. They have enjoyed exploring hands-on activities such as making kinetic sand, practicing letter formation in the sand, and participating in a letter matching game.

Kindergarten

News

Over the past week, kindergarten has been taking their writing to another level. From writing simple sentences, working on first, next, and last, they have now learned how to complete a simple story. After reading "The Tiny Seed", watching a brian pop video on the life cycle of a seed and completing a Mystery Science lesson, the students were given an opportunity to complete their own stories about how seeds grow and the adventures the seeds may take along the way.  

First Grade

News

Students will be finishing up the year by exploring different genres. They will start off learning about biographies, for example Alexander Graham Bell. Students will also be learning about different traits of the genres we’ve explored this year, such as informational texts and narrative nonfiction. This summer would be a great time to go to your local library and check out various genres they have to offer.

D23 Home-School Connections

Information from our Partners

PTO NEWS

Order school supply kits now through 6/7!

https://www.shopttkits.com

Eisenhower: 3497

Ross: 36651

Sullivan: 20123

MacArthur: 51701

*Orders due by 6/7

*Home Delivery the week of 8/4

Stay Connected with us!

Eisenhower Office: (847) 870-3875

Eisenhower Attendance: (847) 870-3876



Dr. Lambatos: (847) 870-5040

Eisenhower Principal: Dr. Luke Lambatos

Eisenhower Nurse: Mrs. Lissa Carlson

Eisenhower Administrative Assistant:

Mrs. Faby Mayen

Eisenhower Building Assistants:

Mrs. Jennifer Luke and Mrs. Elizabeth Guza